Psychology is one of the fastest growing university subjects around the World, and it is becoming more and more available as a service in the community. With the increasing of social complexity in this face-paced economy, there is an urgent need of qualified psychologists in Singapore.

Both Cardiff Metropolitan University and EASB will be able to provide graduates of Psychology degree employable skills to enter careers to fulfill the needs of the Singapore community.

Programme Objective

Appreciate the blend of theories, skills, and experience in everyday practice of psychology.

Each module is assessed by academic work comprising written assignments, case study reports, essays, examination as determined by the subject profile. The assessment criterion varies from module to module.

This module aims to explore the importance of psychosocial factors in health and illness and discuss the
interactional nature of the mind-body relationship. It introduces theories of health behaviour and
discusses their efficacy in informing the design of interventions and bringing about behavioural change.
This module also emphasises the importance of communication in therapeutic relationships.

This module aims to broaden understanding of psychological difficulties and mental health. Specifically this will involve: exploring the concept of "normality" and "abnormality" in relation to psychological health; examining and critically evaluating the explanations proposed for the aetiologies of various psychological disorders; developing and understanding of the prevalence of psychological disorders and difficulties.
The course also aims to explore the evidence base underpinning Clinical Psychological interventions: evaluating the treatment approaches available for specific psychological disorders; providing a framework for students to research their particular areas of interest in clinical psychology; evaluating the concept of evidence based practice, and its applicability to clinical psychology.

This module aims to allow the student to experience the process of designing new psychological tests and
encourage the student to evaluate existing psychological instruments. It helps the students to understand
the procedures involved in reliability and validity testing and enable the student to put into practice
reliability and validity testing procedures.

The module aims to explore contemporary social issues through the application of psychological theory. It
introduces areas of current social concern. This module also explores how psychological knowledge helps
understand social issues and develop critical thinking skills through the application of psychological
theories to social issues.

This module aims to foster an independent approach to research, enabling students to gain practical and
directly relevant experience in research design and method. It explores further and tests empirical issues
of personal and psychological interest. Student gain experience in how research findings can be analysed,
interpreted and reported.

This module aims to introduce students to the main areas of occupational psychology. Students will be
able to carry out a job analysis, develop a person specification, identify suitable tools for selection of
personnel and discuss the impact of various factors on employee relations and motivation.

The module aims to broaden understanding of psychological difficulties and mental health. Specifically this will involve: develop an understanding of assessment and the processes involved; develop an understanding of the clinical application from theory and knowledge to practice; develop an understanding of the prevalence of psychological disorders and the impact on individuals and society.

Application Procedure You may apply to EASB either by visiting EASB Balestier Campus or mail your application to East Asia Institute of Managment, 9 Ah Hood Road, Singapore 329975

Course Fee

International students

Full-Time

Tuition Fees

S$ 13,400

Examination Fees

S$ 1,800

Application and Enrolment

S$ 450

Administrative Fee

S$ 1,000

Study Material

S$ 600

TOTAL

S$ 17,250

Singaporean / PR

Full-Time

Part-Time

Tuition Fees

S$ 13,800

Tuition Fees

S$ 13,800

Examination Fees

S$ 1,600

Examination Fees

S$ 1,600

Application and Enrolment

S$ 150

Application and Enrolment

S$ 150

Administrative Fee

S$ 500

Administrative Fee

S$ 500

Study Material

S$ 600

Study Material

S$ 600

TOTAL

S$ 16,650

TOTAL

S$ 16,650

Medical Insurance

Waived

FPS Insurance or Escrow Bank Charge

Waived

Other miscelleneous fees may apply ( Please click here for more information)

Application and Enrolment Fee is non-refundable. All prices are subject to prevailing Goods & Services Tax (GST) of 7%. All prices are effective for intakes from August 2014. Start of class is subjected to minimum class size achieved.

Certificate

The BA Degree awarded will be identical to those students studying on-campus in UK.